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TOYOTA ALPHARD (2009)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 874 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£2,277

£190/month

MOT Pass Rate

90%

Excellent

Road Tax

£430

Based on CC/year

Insurance

Grp 25-38

2362cc Petrol

Great Choice

90% pass rate, £2277/year to run. 8 points above average.

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Petrol2362cc17 years old874 tests65k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 2362cc)

~30 mpg

£1,592
Road Tax

Based on 2362cc

£430
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200
Total per year£2,277
Per month£190/mo
Per week£44/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

90% MOT pass rate(Excellent)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the TOYOTA brand average of 84%.

At 17 years old, 90% of TOYOTA ALPHARDs from 2009 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 874 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 65,499 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2009 cars59th of 575(top 10%)
Rank among TOYOTA models336th of 996(top 34%)
vs national average+8%(82% avg)
vs 2009 cars average+15%(75% avg)
vs TOYOTA average+6%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

65,499

Average miles

vs

125,800

Expected for age

The average 2009 TOYOTA ALPHARD has 65,499 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 125,800 miles for a 17-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2023 model with a 97% MOT pass rate, while the 2003 model has the lowest at 78%. The 2009 sits between the two at 90%.

TOYOTA ALPHARD by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202495%4050,459 mi
202397%5845,289 mi
202298%4252,055 mi
202181%92777,565 mi
202079%90980,431 mi
201981%83989,450 mi
201882%93791,900 mi
201780%1,06997,855 mi
201679%887112,294 mi
201579%704108,281 mi
201492%43084,422 mi
201394%81270,838 mi
201292%87063,129 mi
201191%47370,274 mi
201090%88872,841 mi
200990%87465,499 mi
200887%2,35475,607 mi
200786%3,31071,958 mi
200685%2,99573,976 mi
200582%1,58483,853 mi
200480%1,47987,611 mi
200378%73691,700 mi
200282%23693,630 mi

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About the 2009 TOYOTA ALPHARD

The 2009 TOYOTA ALPHARD is a large car with a 2362cc petrol engine. 874 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 10% of all 2009 cars for reliability.

With an average of 65,499 miles at 17 years old, TOYOTA ALPHARD owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2009 TOYOTA ALPHARD Fuel Costs

The 2362cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2009 TOYOTA ALPHARD?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,277 190/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £430 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

TOYOTA ALPHARD Reliability Trend

The TOYOTA ALPHARD has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 0 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2009 TOYOTA ALPHARD

At 17 years old, the TOYOTA ALPHARD is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2023 model has the highest pass rate at 97%.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2009 TOYOTA ALPHARD's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

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